Corey Benz

About Corey Benz

Highly self-motivated and innovative retail and merchandising professional with a strong background in retail buying, inventory management, trend analysis and forecasting, strategic merchandise planning, product development and negotiation, and cross-functional organizational development. Notably recognized by my peers and colleagues for my resourcefulness, ability to learn quickly, and willingness to take on new responsibilities. With my strong people skills, advanced financial acumen, and the desire to excel beyond my assigned role, I can make significant contributions in any environment. Key Skills include: • Organizational and management skills with group leadership capabilities and experience; Merchandise strategy development focused on short and long-term growth; Trend forecast and consumer buying patterns analysis; Marketing and special events experience; Excellent with time management and communication while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure in a fast paced and changing environment; Visual display skills with concentration on increasing sales

Experience

1. Category Performance Manager

   Amazon

   Sep 2025 — Present · Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, US

   Category Performance Manager, US 3P Seller Business- Jewelry & Watches

Education

• Texas Christian University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fashion Merchandising

  2009 — 2012

Skills

• Marketing
• Visual Merchandising
• Inventory Management
• Time Management
• Operations Management
• Trend Analysis
• Sales
• Organization
• Merchandise Planning
• Event Management
• Computer Aided Design Proficiency
• Store Management
• Merchandising
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Word
• E-Commerce
• Retail Buying
• Kaledo Style
• Fashion Buying
• Highly Detail Oriented
• Microsoft Publisher
• Store Operations
• Customer Service
• Textiles
• Product Development Proficiency
• Kaledo Print
• Fashion Illustration
• Product Development
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint